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ProblemsByVin Index / 2009-AUDI-TT / COMPLAINTS
Full complaint record · NHTSA

2009 Audi TT owner complaints

12 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle , including 2 reporting a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. Listed by category, newest first within each section.

powertrain 4 complaints shown

4 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain cluster analysis →
09/15/2010 20,000 mi ODI #10355846.0

The car was driving fine during the day. During the evening I was maneuvering the car to park. When I put the car into reverse, the prnds indicators started flashing. The car would not move in any of the gears while this was occurring. I had to restart the car off to be able to move the car. I brought the car into the dealership and they replaced the mechatronics unit of the car. The same issue occurred about a week after my car was returned to me. I brought the car back and was told that it was due to a low level of transmission fluid. The car was returned to me and the problem showed up a week later. I am scheduled to bring the car back in this coming week. It is an issue with an Audi dsg transmission. *tr

09/08/2010 6,000 mi ODI #10354480.0

I bought a cpo 2009 Audi tt shortly after purchasing I noticed that when I put the car in reverse it would not find a gear. The car would have to be restarted to correct the issue . I told the mechanic at my 6000 mile check that the car was not finding a gear when I put the car in reverse. He then said that all the readings from the car did not show an issue. At my 16000 mile service again told the rep that I was experiencing the same issue. He again stated no errors found. Then at 19000 miles my check engine light came on. The car began to drive kind of harsh at low speeds and I was experiencing the flashing lights of pnrds more often at least three times a week when switching to reverse. I took it in for the check engine light described the issue again to my service guy. He said they

05/24/2016 160,000 mi ODI #10870701.0

I've experienced issues when trying to shift gears, most recently when putting the car in reverse from drive, the dashboard started flashing and it lost all power as if it were disengaged or in neutral. I took the car into a dealer as this is a safety issue and was told that there was a recall on this issue for my VIN ( campaign 09v333000), but that it had already been repaired prior to my ownership, which does not seem to be the case.

01/07/2016 62,000 mi ODI #10818578.0

Clunk and noise from dsg transmission when accelerate from stop in d position or from 2nd to 1st gear for slowing down. I think it is mechatronic issues for those year vw Audi dsgs. It's out of warranty but still can be covered by recall?

electrical 2 complaints shown

11/10/2010 7,000 mi ODI #10365258.0

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Audi tt 2.0t. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost power, the brakes and the power steering failed. The vehicle coasted and then stopped. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where the steering column, computer control panel and the ignition system were repaired. Three days later, the failure occurred again almost causing a crash. The vehicle was towed to a different dealership where the relay was replaced. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The current mileage was approximately 7,100. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000.

10/22/2016 55,000 mi ODI #10918002.0

Had issues with the rear taillights grounding issue causing the ground in the connector to melt and short out causing the taillight to no longer work. This was an issue first on the driver side then the other 6 months later. Both repaired locally by adding an additional ground wire and replacing the connectors.

fuel system 2 complaints shown

07/25/2010 14,810 mi ODI #10345201.0

This is the utmost frustrating serial of incident I have ever encountered with an auto manufacture company - Audi. I have tried to put my faith and safety again with Audi, but they have completely failed me leaving me and family in dangerous and paranoia. My Audi 2009 tts was problem free until 4,000 miles. Out of ordinary, the engine light came on and the dealership informed me that the fuel seal was leaking and needed replacement. This incident was very similar with my 2009 a3 incident (odi #10281829). I have since been extremely paranoid with my new tts as the a3 had left me very frightening experience as it had completely lost power on the highway. At around 14,000 miles, I have noticed a ticking sound by the rear driver area. This was the area that the dealership had worked on

01/14/2010 ODI #10299804.0

I was sold a car with a safety recall outstanding for the fuel tank ventilation valve 20q3j3 with mandatory stop sale in place and not advised of the need for repairs at the time of sale. I purchased the care 10/31 and not advised until I called the dealership on 11/09/09. *tr

body 1 complaint shown

09/26/2014 43,900 mi ODI #10639323.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Audi tt. The contact stated that the convertible top failed to close entirely, open, or close. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the flap motors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repair however the failure persisted. The contact mentioned that the convertible top was repaired on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,900.

engine 1 complaint shown

08/15/2012 19,000 mi Fire ODI #10471081.0

2009 tt roadster Audi engine caught fire while driving. The consumer stated he heard a pop in the engine compartment and immediately saw thick dark smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. He pulled over and within 30 seconds the engine area was engulfed in flames. In 30 minutes the vehicle was completely destroyed. The consumer suspected the battery coil pack failed. *jb

cruise control 1 complaint shown

04/27/2013 50,600 mi Crash ODI #10509796.0

I accelerated the car and I was unable to stop it. I applied the brakes and the car just kept on going. *tr

visibility 1 complaint shown

03/27/2014 36,000 mi ODI #10575215.0

A defective passenger side window sprocket in the pulley assembly caused the window to jam in a halfway open position which caused a dangerous visilibility condition while operating the vehicle in a snowstorm. The vehicle was literally approximately 36 hours past the time duration of the factory standard warranty period therefore Audi refused to assume liability for the window pulley assembly's failure. *tr

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-07-15. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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